How to Use legendary in a Sentence

legendary

adjective
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  • He is the most legendary football player of his time.
  • The music world is mourning the loss of the legendary Tina Turner.
    — Emlyn Travis, EW.com, 24 May 2023
  • Film Festival in 2022, explores the life and art of the legendary jazz performer.
    — Addie Morfoot, Variety, 10 Nov. 2023
  • The third part of the campaign rollout features the legendary Mariah Carey and her children.
    — Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 17 Oct. 2023
  • And sometimes, legendary players like Pat Cash might even be on-hand to help take your game to the next level.
    — Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
  • There are plenty of worthy recipes in this book, but the legendary roast chicken and warm bread salad top the list.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2023
  • The company sells painting supplies, books and DVDs with the legendary artist’s name and branding.
    — Christopher Parker, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Sep. 2023
  • The former Nirvana drummer shot to fame in the 1990s as one-third of the legendary grunge trio, before becoming the frontman of the Foo Fighters.
    — Adam England, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2024
  • At 77, legendary R&B/soul singer Al Green holds claim to one of the most beautiful voices in the history of music.
    — Joshua Medintz, The Enquirer, 14 July 2023
  • In a dizzying span of under 24 hours this week, three legendary football coaches all lost their jobs.
    — Andrew Beaton, WSJ, 12 Jan. 2024
  • Thus the biblical story of Samson, the legendary Israelite warrior who sets out to defeat the Philistines.
    — Jean-Pierre Filiu, Foreign Affairs, 1 Jan. 2024
  • For this edition, Johnson chats with the team behind the instantly legendary beauty looks in the 2023 Barbie movie.
    — Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 28 July 2023
  • What was that legendary reading session like in person?
    — Stephen Daw, Billboard, 26 Mar. 2024
  • The tee by legendary designer April Walker was a fitting addition since this brand is synonymous with the rise of East Coast rap in the ’90s.
    — Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 16 Nov. 2023
  • But how accurate is The Crown's depiction of their legendary love story?
    — Maggie Kreienberg, Peoplemag, 15 Dec. 2023
  • Stolz took over after legendary coach Duffy Daugherty retired in 1972 and led the program for three seasons.
    — Andrew Birkle, Detroit Free Press, 26 May 2023
  • This lyrical and finely crafted novel takes place on the shores of the legendary Lake Atitlán in Guatemala, where Maynard has owned a rustic retreat for many years.
    — Foreign Affairs, 20 Feb. 2024
  • Prior to the Foos’ first performance, the group was introduced by legendary actor Christopher Walken.
    — Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 29 Oct. 2023
  • Gaga honored the legendary singer—who died at 96 years old on July 21—with a touching message posted to Instagram.
    — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Then, have a full English breakfast — or a legendary Sunday roast — before perusing the shops and restaurants of Mayfair.
    — Brad Japhe, Travel + Leisure, 18 Nov. 2023
  • The German luxury automaker has just unveiled the 2025 versions of its legendary SUV.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Having a mountain guide is a great way to explore the best runs a slope has to offer, but imagine if that guide was none other than legendary Olympic gold medalist Shaun White himself.
    — Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 16 Oct. 2023
  • The legendary Hotel Schloss Fuschl gets a new life thanks to Rosewood, who have renovated and reimagined the 15th-century landmark.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2023
  • Although the Wednesday night seafood buffet is legendary, local Unalaskans say that the Sunday Brunch also features a nice spread.
    — Scott McMurren, Anchorage Daily News, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Wilson’s electrifying performance on the court serves as a brush stroke on the canvas of this superteam’s legendary story.
    — Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Oct. 2023
  • Morton, the daughter of legendary Arnie Morton of Morton Steakhouse fame, posted that the restaurant was closed on social media.
    — Steve Lord, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2023
  • The speakeasy-like space was created in partnership with the Magic Castle, a legendary private club in Los Angeles.
    — Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Avant, who was married to legendary music producer Clarence Avant, was killed in 2021 in a crime that shocked the Hollywood community.
    — Averi Kremposky, Peoplemag, 16 July 2023
  • Taylor has been put on strict vocal rest by his doctor due to a severe case of laryngitis, according to a tweet from the legendary singer-songwriter.
    — Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 20 June 2023
  • The actor studied under legendary acting teacher Stella Adler in New York.
    — Marianne Garvey, CNN, 4 Aug. 2023

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